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dolphin

[dawl-fin, dol-] / ˈdɔl fɪn, ˈdɒl- /


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The dolphin carcass has been sent for further examination, although test results could take up to six months.

From BBC • Mar. 2, 2026

Although initial reports show the measure may be helping, Rouby suggested that adjusting the ban's timing based on dolphin migration patterns could make it more effective.

From Science Daily • Oct. 22, 2025

By studying the growth layers in dolphin teeth, the scientists determined the ages at which the animals died.

From Science Daily • Oct. 22, 2025

If you’re in the water and a dolphin swims up to you, you must immediately back away.

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 10, 2025

Like a dolphin lying on its side, with its tail pointing toward the sunrise, its nose pointing to the sunset, and its fins making reefs and the rocky ledges along the shore.

From "Island of the Blue Dolphins" by Scott O'Dell